Title I
Information
Meeting
Overview of Title I, Part A
Improving Basic Programs
The purpose of Title I of the No Child
Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB), is to
ensure that all children have a fair,
equal, and significant opportunity to
obtain a high-quality education and
reach, at a minimum, proficiency on
challenging state academic
achievement standards and state
academic assessments.
2013-14 Participating Title I Campuses
• Federal government began using the 2010
Census data
• Increased Title I funding for FISD
• Funding is determined by the percentage of
students on free and reduced lunch statusdistrict’s average is13%
• All elementary schools above district’s
average have been identified as Title I
campuses and will receive additional funding
for student support
2013-14 Participating Title I Campuses
• Christie, Bright, Rogers, Shawnee Trail,
Sonntag, Robertson, Taylor, Elliott, Tadlock,
Sem, Ogle, and Spears Elementary Schools
• Ed-Flex Waiver –approval to operate a
schoolwide program instead of specifically
identifying and targeting students to receive
services
• Able to use this flexible programming to
utilize our Title I funds to improve the entire
educational program that will benefit all
students
Title I Services
• Literacy/Math Support (small group
instruction-push in/pull out)
• Staff Development for Teachers
• Parent Involvement Activities
• Supplemental Materials (computer programs,
leveled books, resources for teachers)
• Elementary Title I Summer School for
students who still need additional support
Title I Parent Involvement Policy-Campus Specific
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All parents of children identified for participation in the Title I program will be informed of
their child’s eligibility for Title I services via conference or written notice.
A Title I meeting will be held for parents of Title I students. At this meeting, an overview of
Title I programs as well as eligibility criteria will be presented. During this meeting parents
will review the campus involvement policy and make recommendations.
An individual conference will be held during the district Parent Conference Day to review
assessment data as well as outline goals and responsibilities of the parent, teacher and the
student.
Staff will provide frequent progress reports during the school year to advise parents of
student progress. Communication will be on-going and also may include: newsletters,
phone calls, home visits, and or conferences. Notices will be sent via the students for
attendance at parent/family events.
Parent trainings and workshops will be offered throughout the school year. Parents will
have the opportunity to learn how to help their child at home, including make and take
activities/games to improve skills through home use. Meeting times will vary to
accommodate differing schedules.
Translators will be provided to the extent possible to accommodate parents whose native
language is not English.
Collaboration with the local Head Start program, community resources, social worker, and
parent involvement liaison will be initiated to combine efforts in order to provide services for
parents.
In order to foster parental involvement and to create extended learning time, a variety of
materials will be made available for checkout to parents for use at home. These will include
resources for building math and reading skills; such as books, math manipulatives and
activities and additional parent tip information.
Small group tutoring provided to target needs for Title I students.
Parent Awareness Night for TAKS is provided.
Title I Parent/Teacher/Student CompactCampus Specific
As a teacher I will:
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Work with students in order to reach their potential.
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Provide learning opportunities for students to practice.
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Foster a positive learning environment.
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Hold students accountable for their learning.
Teacher Signature_______________________
As a parent I will:
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Ensure that my child has good attendance.
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Ensure that my child arrives at school on time.
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Provide a place for homework to be completed.
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Check his/her folder daily.
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Maintain communication with the school.
Parent Signature_________________________
As a student I will:
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Attend school everyday.
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Complete my homework.
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Participate in all class activities and try my best.
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Be responsible for my actions.
Student Signature_______________________
• Questions?
• Thank you for attending
our meeting today! 